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Approximately how many White Blood Cells (WBCs) are there per cubic millimeter of blood?

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5,000 to 11,000

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What is the typical range for the number of red blood cells in 1 cubic mm of blood?

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Between 4 and 6.5 million

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What are the two main components of blood?

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Blood cells and plasma

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What is the liquid portion of blood called?

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Blood Plasma

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Which of the following is a function of blood related to transportation?

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Blood moves from heart to all tissues of body

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What is the primary function of red blood cells?

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To transport oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues.

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What role do white blood cells play in the body?

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They are essential for the immune response and help fight infections.

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What are platelets and what is their function?

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Platelets are cell fragments that help in blood clotting.

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What is the normal pH range of blood?

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7.35 to 7.45

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What is hematocrit?

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The percentage of blood volume that is occupied by red blood cells.